Yolanda,

It feels like just yesterday you were here with us and I miss you dearly, and think about you a lot.
Your friendship was so special to me we just connected and you just made my day when you would stop by my office to give me a flower from your garden or a gift, or just an email to say hello. I miss going to lunch with you and Mary we just had good conversations and shared a lot of laughs. Most of all I truly miss your friendship.
I know, you touched a lot of people, you had this special gift.
My dear friend rest in peace.

Until we meet again,
Elva Garcia

Mere words fail me in describing Yolanda.  I will attempt to tell all that she was a person you went to talk to about problems, be it family, work, and other personal matters.  She always listened and kindly responded in a way that soothed and supported us.   If you asked about the current status of her families, she would always talk about the joint Yolanda/Joe families, Benny, Lucinda (the committee)  with such love and joy.  Always showing us photos of the little granddaughters - what a joy they were to her...   The last time I saw her, she told me she was so proud and happy that Michael and Mark were in a good place in life.   As for the committee, please know that we are there for you, that we hope to continue contact with the Joe/Yolanda clan in the future.  

Dear Lord, we miss her so much.....

What do I say about one of the finest people I have ever known.  Thank you Heavenly Father, that I was blessed to call her friend.  Oh that I would be more like her.  She earned everyone's respect, because they knew her heart.  She stood up for righteousness and never wavered.  I will spend my days trying to be more like her.  One Class Act!!! 

Over the last 2 weeks, I sat down several times to write a memorial message about my wife, Yolanda. I could not overcome the impossible task, of finding the words to define what I felt in my heart …. nor … could I avoid getting lost in the treasured memories of our 29 year marriage.

At the beginning  .... Yolanda and I, took a Leap-of-Faith to build a life, and, to build our personal version of a "blended family" ….. together. 
 We knew it would not be easy.  We came from different backgrounds.  We each, had made our own share of mistakes in the past .... and we knew  ….  anything of real  value, would require hard work. 
By focusing on things we held in common, rather than our differences ... and ... by trying to learn from our mistakes, we began our journey, step by step.  The journey was supported by our love for God, our love for our families and friends … and … our love for each other.

We have had a Beautiful Life …. (including a great deal of pride in our “blended family”)  .... together.

At the end ….. In late July of this year, we were shocked to learn of Yolanda’s illness and we began the last steps in our journey. It was a literal walk through the “valley of the shadow of death”, supported, once again, with God, our families, friends and our love for each other ….. plus, a number of great medical personnel …. Yolanda held my hand and led the way …. with courage, integrity, strength, a positive attitude …. and concern for the people she would leave behind. 

I would like to share the following:  One of her last prayers was one of Thanksgiving for the 64 years she had …. She was weak ….but …. She was straight with God …. She was not in pain …. She was not anxious or afraid …. She was at peace …. I was with her at her passing …. We were …. together.   

I will always miss her.


The legacies, we all leave behind, are the memories in the hearts and minds of those we have touched. I wrote the attached poem, “Remember When …” some years ago, for those who have suffered loss. The shared memories, along with time, help us to heal. Please let us know if you have a memory to share.

Wednesdays will never be the same.

What a wonderful, warm home she created with Joe.  Caomie's visits to Yolanda's house had become a special part of her weekly schedule. 

To see Grandpa of course, but also to experience a shine, a certain warmth and security and belonging that permeated the space due to Yolanda's open arms.  My daughter's sense of well being, confidence, happiness, and wardrobe--I might say--grew tremendously during these times. 

Yolanda opened her heart to Caomie and for that I am forever grateful.   She created a lot of goodness that will last well into my daughter's future.

And Yolanda's taste in little princess outfits were spicier and more full of pizazz than those from anybody else.  Everybody knows she had style.  She gave style!  But it was the piece of her heart that went with it that was so touching.

These were sweet days in the life of a young child. 

From what I could see, they were also sweet times for Yolanda too, no matter how long it all got to last. 

Cut too short of course.

My heart aches still knowing how much she must have wanted to stay and be a part of everybody's life for a good while longer. 

But I do know her memory and the manifestation of her giving will continue on and be passed on to others.   Caomie will go on and know better how to give to others, how to be gracious, warm and full of hope.  

 Wednesday's at Grandpas will be joyful again, not because memory fades to a less painful size, but as the full wonder of getting to have such good and powerful memories of time spent together becomes a new gift received over and over.

She will be forever with us.  A big truth that gives comfort.

My sweet and beautiful cousin Yolanda was such a loving and giving person.  Yolanda had an infectious smile with such a warm heart.  
I have so many fond memories of our childhood as our families celebrated so many holidays and vacations together.  We have shared great times and times of sorrow , a bond  that was carried on throughout our lives.  I will miss  Yolie’s sweet laugh , joyous spirit and our “cousin -time” 
I am so sad that She has left this earth too soon  but I know she will join our angels above watching over us. 
Yolanda you  will be missed by many......you will live forever in my heart. 
Love you my dear cousin, may you Rest In Peace. 



MEMORIES ARE WONDERFUL, BUT THINGS THAT CANNOT BE FORGOTTEN ARE EVERLASTING.  WE CNNOT FORGET BEING ABLE TO BASK IN THE WARMTH AND GLOWING SMILE THAT YOLANDA BEAMED FORTH AS  SHE SPOKE OF HER CHILDREN.  NOR COULD WE EVER FORGET THE SOFTNESS (AS SOFT AS A LIGHT BREEZE) OF HER EYES WHEN SHE THOUGHT OF JOE.
YOU ARE TRULY BLESSED -




Yolanda was the picture of grace, patience and kindness.  Working with her at Osborn Heirs Company was my privilege and I'm thankful for her friendship.  She was always quick to smile and eager to share an encouraging word.  She will never be forgotten.


I worked with Yolanda for 30+ years. She was an integral part of our work family: loving, kind, kindhearted, blunt, caring, proud and a consummate professional. Yolanda was, to all, a Godly example of  goodness, and a tribute to his humanity!


My dear mother-in-law, 
From the moment I met you, I was welcomed with open arms. You had a way of making everyone you met, feel a sense of warmth and kindness just by your smile and your presence. I have said many times over the past ten years that I was truly blessed with the most amazing mother-in-law a girl could ask for. You treated me like one of your own and I will forever be grateful for the love you gave me.  Mark and Michael were very lucky to have you as their mother.  You were so proud of them and loved them with every ounce of your being.  Our hearts are broken and life will never be the same without you. But just as your boys have said, we will do our best to honor you by staying together as a family and keeping your memory alive.  I miss our everyday communications about Eliana or just life in general. I promise Eliana will never forget who her Grandma Yoli was and I know you will watch over her – Your Sunshine.  I’m grateful I was able to thank you for my beautiful life. Without you, I would not have Michael or Eliana.  So thank you again, I owe you so much and I am forever grateful to you.  All my love, Angie    


What a beautiful woman inside and out!! Yolanda, will truly be missed.  Just so honored that she was a part of my everyday life at the office.  Peace and comfort to the family.  Love, Jackie Ward

Mother, I am already missing you.  Everywhere I turn there is some little reminder of your love for me, from the clothes I put on to the little toys and trinkets that you knew fit my personality.  You knew I was a child at heart.  Even this notepad that I am writing my thoughts in, was given to me by you 34 years ago to be used as a journal in Boy Scouts.  You even wrote my name at the top.  You gave constantly to me and to others and rarely asked for anything in return.  The things never mattered, but your unconditional love was most precious to me.  I made sure I was there every day in your final days to tend to you as you did for me the two weeks I was in the hospital as a child.  You left us too, soon and reality is setting in that you will not be here for holidays, birthdays or family dinners.  You have been the solid foundation of this family since Grandma left us and I’m not sure what the future holds, but I will do my best to honor you by keeping in contact and visiting with family as much as I can.  I wanted you to know that you raised us well despite your limited means and circumstances early in our childhood.  Your perseverance and faith has made you strong.  My heart is heavy with sadness, but it is also filled with joy knowing your chains are gone and you have been set free.  I will see you again one day, Mother, so please save me a spot in Heaven!

My beautiful Sis, your throne of matriarchy will be missed more than anything! Ever since our Mom passed, you took that role just like she did by tending to the family. You were caring, loving, and  made sure no one was left out and touched us all  in some loving way.

As your sister, only you will know how much I will miss our special bond that no one came close to or could  break apart. Though we were not born twins, we had an eternal bond that only can be created by sisters, with love always flowing freely on both ends.

Thank you for this blessed relationship we shared, it was so strong that I know I will continue to be able to feel our sisterhood relationship even though you have left to a better place known as Heaven with eternal life. 

Sis, I know you would not want me to be so sad and heartbroken as I am, and by the peace of Our Loving God and your loving spirit left here on earth I will heal to be there for our beautiful family. Rest in peace my best friend, and lucky to call you my sister.

    To my beautiful, loving mother you left your impression on the world in more ways than one. Always there to help or lift up anyone’s spirts never once expecting anything in return. Just being a true living angel amongst us all. Now you are the angel that watches over us.
    I miss you so much already I know it may never get easier, but I wouldn’t want it to. You’ve made me the person I am today I owe everything to you. I will continue to be the best me possible honoring you by living and inspiring as you did.   Love Always your baby boy,            Michael 

So many childhood memories flooding back of time spent in the Delgado home.  Beautiful Yolanda always smiling and fun to be around even though I'm sure she thought Lucinda and I were pests.  She will definitely be missed and even now her warm smile warms my heart.  Even if years went by and I would run into her at the movies or at the mall she always welcomed me with that beautiful smile and a hug.  You will be missed.  Rest  in peace beautiful until we meet again one day.  

Praying for the perfect peace of God that only He can provide during this time to her husband, children and family.  My sincere condolences.

When she was first born she was beautiful to see.  A queen as a baby winning contest after contest.Throughout life our Lord gifted her with beauty not only on the outside but inside. Generous to a fault and always giving of herself to her family and friends. She always saw things through and cared for friends, relatives and her parents. We will truly miss her. She takes my heart with her.

Yolanda is on her new Journey to the Lord, She was a treasure to all
who knew her. She will be deeply missed everyday. Yolanda will guide her loved ones from above now. Prayers to all of her beautiful family she loved deeply. Dee Carol

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Yolanda was preceded in death by her parents, Benny R. and Mary Delgado.  She is survived by her husband of 29 years, Joe Nunley; her children, Mark A. Espinoza (Melba) and Michael E. Espinoza (Angie); her step-children, Amanda W. Nunley (Martin), and Michael M. Nunley; her grandchildren, Eliana Espinoza, and Caomie Nunley-Munroe; her siblings, Benny J. Delgado (Angela) and Lucinda Sanchez (Robert), as well as a niece and nephews

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Yolanda Nunley

October 5, 1954 – December 12, 2018

Sunset Memorial Park & Funeral Home

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